Senior Software Engineer I

Remitly•Raleigh, NC

3d•$126,965 - $141,600•Remote

About The Position

Perform complex research, design, and software development assignments within a software functional area or product line, and provide direct input to project plans, schedules, and methodology in the development of cross-functional software products. Perform software design — typically across multiple systems; mentor more-junior members of the team; and talk to users/customers and translate their requests into solutions. Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components. Complete complex bug fixes. Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs. Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders. Resolve complex technical issues as necessary. Keep abreast of new technology developments. Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews. Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements. Design and work with complex data models. Mentor less-senior software developers on development methodologies and optimization techniques. Train entry-level software engineers as directed by department management, ensuring they are knowledgeable in critical aspects of their roles. Develop and test full-stack software solutions in an enterprise SaaS environment. Leverage core product technologies for web development and business logic. Participate in Agile Scrum Team, including estimates, design review, refinement, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in development processes including code reviews, documentation, and other support activities. Collaborate with team members and other key stakeholders. Proactively provide status, raise issues, and communicate necessary information to manager and/or appropriate team members on a regular basis via daily stand-up meetings, one-on-one meetings, checking messages, and/or impromptu occasions. May be responsible for area of function ownership. Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field required.
2 years of experience in job offered or related occupations required.
2 years of experience: with web application architecture and designing and integrating web applications from the ground up, including front-end and back-end development, developing RESTful APIs, database design, and implementing various business workflows
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Responsibilities

Perform complex research, design, and software development assignments within a software functional area or product line
Provide direct input to project plans, schedules, and methodology in the development of cross-functional software products
Perform software design — typically across multiple systems
Mentor more-junior members of the team
Talk to users/customers and translate their requests into solutions
Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components
Complete complex bug fixes
Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs
Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders
Resolve complex technical issues as necessary
Keep abreast of new technology developments
Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews
Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements
Design and work with complex data models
Mentor less-senior software developers on development methodologies and optimization techniques
Train entry-level software engineers as directed by department management, ensuring they are knowledgeable in critical aspects of their roles
Develop and test full-stack software solutions in an enterprise SaaS environment
Leverage core product technologies for web development and business logic
Participate in Agile Scrum Team, including estimates, design review, refinement, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
Participate in development processes including code reviews, documentation, and other support activities
Collaborate with team members and other key stakeholders
Proactively provide status, raise issues, and communicate necessary information to manager and/or appropriate team members on a regular basis via daily stand-up meetings, one-on-one meetings, checking messages, and/or impromptu occasions
May be responsible for area of function ownership
Perform other duties as needed